We’re downsizing and renewing our rental fleet. We have 35 rental boats for sale: email ted@canalgallery.com for a full list with prices. Models available include Paluski Ripples, Spirits, Riptides, Swells, Rogues and Explorer kayaks, and Paluski 14, 16, and 16-4 canoes. We also have Wilderness Systems Northstar tandems, and some really cool playboats.

Our daily and half-day rental operation is now closed. However, If you’re interested in renting for a weekend or longer, we’re still operating this side of the business. Please call ahead: 613-794-3566 to book. We can launch you anywhere on the Rideau, and pick you up anywhere else. Great rates!

Don’t forget locking through is free all summer, compliments of Parks Canada.

Email ted@canalgallery for more information or to book a boat.

GETTING HERE

Our store is Canal Gallery in Merrickville, at 230 St Lawrence Street, two blocks south of the Blockhouse. Our kiosk is located in The Depot at the Blockhouse Park, right at the locks.

There's free parking everywhere in Merrickville, and lots at the park.

These driving directions take you to our store – Canal Gallery – in Merrickville. If you want to use your GPS, dial in 230 St Lawrence Street, Merrickville. Or, print this page.

From Ottawa: take Highway 416 south to Highway 43 at Kemptville. (DO NOT TAKE EXIT 43!) Leave 416, and head west on 43. Go straight through Kemptville, past the strip malls, through the lights, and go 20 kms or 12 miles to Merrickville. When you come into Merrickville, you’ll stop at a Stop sign at the centre of town. Turn left here, and go two blocks down. Our store is in the second block on your right. 230 St Lawrence, the Larkspur Lane mini-mall. Driving time: 50 minutes from Bayshore.

From Smiths Falls: go east on 43 to Merrickville. When you come into the town, you’ll bear right and cross the canal. Go two blocks south, and we’re in the second block on your right, in the Larkspur Lane mini-mall. 17 minutes.

From Brockville: you’ll be coming into town on the North Augusta Road, which turns into St Lawrence Street. Head north and slow down when you see Drummonds Gas on your right. We’re diagonally across corner from it, at 230 St Lawrence, in the Larkspur Lane mini-mall. 30 minutes.

Parking is free everywhere in Merrickville. Don’t park in the restricted areas, or you may get a ticket. You can park behind our mall, and come in the back door.

SAFETY AND COMFORT

Wear your PFD!
Our boats are safe when used properly, but will tip if you're careless. We advise you not to go out in high wind, and to use your intuition, be cautious, and paddle with a buddy. We advise you not to rent our boats if you are not a competent swimmer.
Lock your cell phone and valuables in your car, and use a water-tight camera case. We do supply dry-bags on request. Bring your own PFD and/or paddle if you feel more comfortable with them. Bring sunscreen, a hat, water and snacks. Whatever you forget is sold in Merrickville.
Don't be afraid to cancel and reschedule if the weather is not suitable - we want happy outcomes, and cancellations are always part of this business.